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Late 18th Century Flintlock Pistol in Need of Restoration
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Late 18th Century Flintlock Pistol in Need of Restoration

18th century
Description

Miquelet type flintlock pistol in need of attention, not holding on half or full cock and action very stiff, trigger stuck. Signed to the lock plate but hard to read without cleaning, brass fittings throughout possible sea pistol or navy issue but further research needed, will make a good pistol with a little work

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Antique Flintlock Pistol to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235772
Dealers Notes

UK mainland delivery £25 - £125 for far flung areas of scotland etc please contact US for a quote. Viewing is by appointment. Collection is always welcome. We accept payment by paypal

Any enquiries regarding this item please telephone ian 07885472759 or

Linda 07886370802

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Miquelet type flintlock pistol in need of attention, not holding on half or full cock and action very stiff, trigger stuck.
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Signed to the lock plate but hard to read without cleaning, brass fittings throughout possible sea pistol or navy issue but further research needed, will make a good pistol with a little work.
Treehouse Antiques
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Antique Flintlock Pistol to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235772
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017
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An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism.
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Archive I An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism.

Late 18th Century Flintlock Pistol in Need of Restoration

Archive II An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View II
Archive III An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View XI
Archive XII An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism. View XII
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Telephone 07885 472759
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Lancashire
United Kingdom

Viewing by appointment only.
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An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism.
LATE 18TH CENTURY FLINTLOCK PISTOL IN NEED OF RESTORATION
Ref: SA1235772
An 18th-century flintlock pistol featuring a carved dark walnut stock, engraved brass butt cap, brass ramrod pipes, and an iron lock mechanism.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectAntique Firearms
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Steel
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFlintlock mechanism, Brass butt cap, Walnut stock, Brass ramrod pipes
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Developed in the early 17th century, the flintlock mechanism used a piece of flint held in a cocking vice to strike a steel frizzen, producing sparks that ignited gunpowder. These weapons served as the primary military and personal defense handguns throughout the 18th century across Europe.

Flintlock pistols were typically crafted with dense hardwoods such as walnut for the stock, iron or steel for the lock mechanism and barrel, and cast brass or silver for decorative mountings, sideplates, and butt caps.

Authentic Georgian flintlock pistols generally feature hand-carved wooden stocks, hand-forged steel lock plates often stamped with gunsmith marks, and brass fittings secured with steel pins or screws showing signs of historic craftsmanship.

Antique firearms are best displayed securely within wall-mounted shadow boxes, mounted on custom acrylic stands inside a glass cabinet, or laid across a desk or bookshelf in a study or office interior.

Keep the piece in a climate-controlled environment to prevent rust on iron components and cracking in the wooden stock. Use microcrystalline wax to protect the metal from oxidisation and avoid using harsh abrasive cleaners.
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